River Nature Preserve Pictures

We had a great time exploring a nearby Nature Preserve with family.
Here's some pictures from the hike. It was a beautiful sunny day after days of cold and rain.

Snowy Egret

Red-winged Blackbird

Hummingbirds

California Poppy

Red Tailed Hawk

Cousin Kisses

Vulture

Red Tailed Hawk

I think these are coons? (can you tell I'm really not an expert in birds - sorry for all the mistakes for those who are!) I liked the picture of that one standing on one leg.

Nature Hike

We visited a Nature center last week along the American river and had such a great time on a beautiful day with just the right weather!



We saved this squirrel from a swooping hawk. The hawk was on it's way down, the squirrel made a squeak, we all gasped and our movements frightened the hawk away. The hawk sat in a tree squawking, while the squirrel stood still and observed us.

Mushrooms

The American River

We saw deer and wild turkey too. What a great family day!

Partridge in a pear tree...

Well, not a pear tree and not a partridge either, but it was a strange Christmas bird sight!
These birds where perched right next to the entrance to the airport, with lots of people walking just a few feet from them. Most looked like they were sleeping. It was a strange sight, with them being so close to all the hustle and bustle of people during the busy holiday season.


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Sea Dragon

This is such an intriguing creature.


We saw these when visiting an aquarium. They look leaf-like to blend into their surroundings.


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